Portable Pedigree: The Legend of Zelda

Nintendo's Legend of Zelda series has shifted in excess of 50 million units since it first appeared in 1986 and to many gamers represents one of the most consistently excellent video game franchises in existence. The fact that the lead characters showcase ears pointier than your average Lord of the Rings protagonist is merely a bonus.

During the history of this illustrious series gamers have seen Link - the ever-present hero of the Zelda universe - venture onto portable system several times, and each entry has retained the brilliance associated with the home console editions, which by rights should make this one of the most positive Portable Pedigree features Pocket Gamer has done thus far.